Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V545000
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured August 23, 2012, through June 27, 2014, and equipped with adaptive cruise control. Due to a software error, the affected vehicles may not provide visual or audible alerts to the driver warning them that an obstruction in the road was detected.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 538 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V545000
| Manufacturer: | Mack Trucks, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 09, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V545000 |
| Units affected: | 538 |
- Description:
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured August 23, 2012, through June 27, 2014, and equipped with adaptive cruise control. Due to a software error, the affected vehicles may not provide visual or audible alerts to the driver warning them that an obstruction in the road was detected.
- Consequeces:
- If the driver is not warned of something being in the truck's path, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0381.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.